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PIPE PURGINGPIPE PURGINGEQUIPMENT

PIPE PURGINGPIPE PURGINGEQUIPMENTEQUIPMENT

Visit us at www.wballoys.co.uk

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PURGING FOR WELDINGPURGING FOR WELDINGPURGING FOR WELDINGPURGING FOR WELDING

Why Purge?

When welding stainless steel, titanium and other corrosion resistant materials ,the perfect environment for welding is paramount to maintaining the corrosion resistant properties. During the welding process, the weld seam is subjected to heat and air which causes oxidation, if the correct processes are not adhered to. For the best results, the oxidation must be prevented. The quality of the exotic corrosion resistant material welding is dependent on the correct purging methods to minimise or eliminate the oxidation.

Weld Quality

The effective welding of stainless steel, titanium and other exotic materials for the nuclear, petrochemical, pharmaceutical, semi-conductor, aerospace and food industries requires the proper tools to create a perfect weld environment. Purging equipment and its use has a major impact on preventing oxidation and improving final weld quality. The basic principles of purging can be seen below. P.I.P.E Ltd supply a comprehensive range of systems to create the correct welding environment, whatever the application.

Over the past 25 years we have established ourselves as the worlds leading supplier, due to our consistent high level of quality, both in product and service.

P.I.P.E has established an effective distribution network to industries across the world.

These industries include:• Petrochemical• Offshore• Power Generation• Boiler Industry• Ship Building and repair• Nuclear• Oil Refinery's• Heat Exchange Manufacture/Repair• General Fabrication

This brochure has been designed to give you a brief introduction into the extensive range of P.I.P.E Limiteds products

Why not ask for our free product DVD?

In 1999 P.I.P.E Hire Division was incorporated and is now a world leading supplier in the hire and rental of pipework fabrication equipment.

Since then, a massive £3 million investment in equipment has been made, enabling P.I.P.E Hire Division to become the leading hirer of:

• PIPE Bevelling Machines• PIPE Cutting and Bevelling Machines• PIPE Cutting Machines• PIPE Clamps• PIPE Stands• Tube Expanding Machines• Tube Pulling Machines• Plate Bevelling Machines

Our hire fl eet is constantly expanding and improving. A new investment in a tailored hire software system has been made to simplify all of your hire needs. Our hire service is offered not only in the UK, but anywhere in the world.

We have an unrivalled range and quantity of equipment available off the shelf; from pipe bevelling and cutting to tube pulling and expanding.

Please contact our Hire Division on the numbers below:

Tel: +44 (0)1224 870052 E: [email protected]

P.I.P.E Ltd. offer a comprehensive range of on-site machining services. All of our site engineers are qualifi ed and approved to work in all areas including Offshore and Nuclear industries. Specialist machines can also be designed and manufactured to suit customer requirements.

The Company Hire Division

Site Services

1. Create a seal (dam) either side of the weld and close off the weldgap with Pipe Purge Tape to create the weld chamber.

2. Fill thechamber with inert gas (such as argon or nitrogen) to expel oxygen from the chamber.

3. Use a weld purgemonitor to recognise when the required level of oxygen has been met.

4. Welding can then be carried out,guaranteeing no oxidation or discolouration of the weld.

Pipe Purge Tape

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Principles Of Purging

Argon Purge 12ppm Vol. 02 Content Argon Purge 60ppm Vol. 02 Content Argon Purge 70ppm Vol. 02 Content

Argon Purge 200ppm Vol. 02 Content Argon Purge 250ppm Vol. 02 Content Argon Purge 500ppm Vol. 02 Content

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Double Infl atable Pipe Weld Purging Systems

Used for 90% of the traditional pipe weld purging applications to provide bright, shiny, oxide free weld roots. The Pipe Purge Bag Systems are quick and easy to use providing a very rapid weld purge. High quality materials are used in the manufacture of these systems guaranteeing perfect oxide-free weld roots in very little time.

Due to the design of these systems, the volume of gas used to purge is minimised, resulting in significant savings in both time and the quantity of inert gas used. Return on investment can be achieved in as little as just one or two welds. These robust systems can be used over and over again paying for themselves in very little time.

Features and advantages

• PIPE Ltd’s Inflatable Pipe Purging Systems dramatically reduce purging timesleading to significant savings in labour costs.Typical purge times for 4” pipe = 1½ mins; 8” pipe = 4 mins; 12” pipe = 8 mins

• Ready to use, connects to a dedicated and regulated gas supply. Choose any flow rate up to 20l a min.Through the preset purge valve.

• Gas pressure control ensuresan even positive rootbead with no notching.

• Quick and easy to installsimplifying the processof inert gas purging.

• Heat resistant upto 70ºc continuously.

• Use less inert gas. The volume of purge gas used isless than 2% of that required for a conventional purge.

4” Purge Bag System

atede

of purge gas used isor a conventional purge.

Sizes: 2”- 48” (50mm - 1200mm)

Sizing and specifi cation

The Purge Bag Systems in the range manufactured by PIPE Ltd are designed around the principle of using 2 dams to create a seal either side of the weld, just far enough away from the weld not to be effected by heat but close enough to the joint to provide the fastest weld purge time. These dams are connected by an armoured spinal tube.

Once ready to start purging, the system is inserted into the bore of the pipe using the luminous strip to centre the system to the weld gap.

When the gas flow is started, the dams inflate and, upon reaching the pre-set pressure, the valve releases the gas gently into the weld chamber, to purge the interspace without turbulence.The Oxygen is removed from the weld chamber through the integral exhaust tubes in the bags.Used in conjunction with PIPE Ltd’s Oxygen Monitors to indicate when the required low level of oxygen has been reached, welding can then commence, with the inert gas enabling the welder to produce an even oxidation free penetration weld bead. Afterwards, the dams are deflated simply by disconnecting the purge gas feed and the system easily withdrawn. The design of these systems means that only one gas connection is required for both dam inflation and weld purging.

Luminous strip allows the operator to locate the centre of the bag system to

the weld gap with ease.

How it worksPURGE BAG SYSTEMPURGE BAG SYSTEMPURGE BAG SYSTEMPURGE BAG SYSTEM

PART Nº NOMINAL PIPE SIZE WEIGHT INTERNAL DIAMETER RANGE

PB02 50 mm 2" 0.34 kg 44 – 57 mmPB03 75 mm 3" 0.34 kg 58 – 84 mmPB04 100 mm 4" 0.34 kg 80 - 110 mmPB05 125 mm 5" 0.38 kg 103 - 135 mmPB06 150 mm 6" 0.38 kg 124 - 162 mmPB08 200 mm 8" 0.90 kg 175 - 213 mmPB10 250 mm 10" 1.0 kg 230 - 265 mmPB12 300 mm 12" 1.1 kg 265 - 305 mmPB14 350 mm 14” 1.3 kg 330 – 355 mmPB16 400 mm 16” 1.7 kg 380 – 405 mmPB18 450 mm 18” 1.8 kg 430 – 455 mmPB20 500 mm 20” 1.9 kg 485 – 510 mmPB22 550 mm 22” 2.2 kg 535 – 560 mmPB24 600 mm 24” 2.5 kg 585 – 610 mmPB26 650 mm 26” 2.8 kg 635 – 660 mmPB28 700 mm 28” 3.1 kg 685 – 710 mmPB30 750 mm 30” 3.4 kg 735 – 760 mmPB32 800 mm 32” 3.8 kg 785 – 810 mmPB34 850 mm 34” 4.2 kg 835 – 860 mmPB36 900 mm 36” 4.5 kg 885 – 910 mmPB40 1000 mm 40” 5.0 kg 990 – 1015 mmPB42 1050 mm 42” 5.5 kg 1040 – 1065 mmPB48 1200 mm 48” 6.0 kg 1195 – 1220 mm

PBS401 30 metre argon feed hose assembly for connecting PIPE Purge Bag System to dedicated and regulated gas supply. Fitted at one end with a 3/8” female gas regulator connector and at the other end with a fitting to attach to the inflation hose.

4” Purge Bag System

Standard sizes 2 to 48” are available in large quantities for immediate delivery from stock. Special sizes are available within 7 days.

48”

24”

16”

4”

The Gas Release Valve is pre-set and sealed, so requires no adjustment

Argon Argon In

O² O² Out

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RAPID PURGERAPID PURGE™ SYSTEM SYSTEMRAPID PURGERAPID PURGE™™ SYSTEM SYSTEMSizes: 8 to 80” (200 to 2035 mm)

PATENTED PRODUCT

Purge larger diameter pipes faster than ever!

Used for stainless, duplex and chrome steels, titanium, nickel and other alloy materials, PIPE Ltd’s Rapid Purge™ systems enable high speed welding of larger diameter pipe joints that have to be purged.

Designed to enable the user to produce high quality, reliable and repeatable welding of stainless steel tube and pipe joints to ensure a very fast weld purge time and a very high quality weld root, free from oxidation and discolouration.

A 36” diameter pipe will purge to below 0.1% oxygen in less than 10 minutes and all smaller pipes correspondingly faster.

Dramatic savings of time, gas and money can be made by using these systems.

Due to the quality of the materials used, the Rapid Purge™ systems can be used over and over again further reducing manufacturing costs.

As with all of PIPE Ltds inflatable purging systems, the Rapid Purge™ come with preset valves, so are ready to use ‘straight out of the box’. Rapid Purge™ has been developed specifically to enable high speed purging for any pipe welding application.

Features and advantages

• Typical purge times of less than 10 minutes!!!

• The unique “thru-bore” design of the centralsleeve minimises the area to be purged,dramatically reducing the volume ofgas required.

• Friction free coatings allow easymovement through pipes from one jointto another, even around bends andelbows.

• Ready to use, connects to a dedicated andregulated gas supply. Choose any fl ow rate upto 80l/min. through the twin preset purge valve.

• A central (glow in the dark) strip allows fast andaccurate alignment of the system to the centrepoint ofthe weld area.

• The inflatable dams and imbelical hose are covered witha heat resistant material and insulated accordingly for use attemperatures up to 250ºC.

How it works

The Rapid Purge™ Inflatable Pipe Purging Systems for pipe and vessel purging comprises a tandem inflatable dam system connected by an umbilical hose and collar to reduce the volume being purged. A gas exhaust valve is installed between the primary and secondary dam, along with an auxiliary argon purge line.

Each Rapid Purge™ System is covered with heat protective material, so that the higher temperatures closer to the weld do not damage the system.

The robust design of the Rapid Purge™ Inflatable Pipe Weld Purging Systems allows for many years of repeatable trouble free use.

Standard sizes 8 to 80” are available in large quantities for immediate delivery from stock. Special sizes are available within 7 days.

Sizing and specifi cation

PART Nº DESCRIPTION PRODUCT SIZES EXPANSION RANGE WEIGHT

RP08 Rapid Purge™ 8" 200 mm 190 - 215 mm 1.4 kg

RP10 Rapid Purge™ 10" 250 mm 242 - 267 mm 1.7 kg

RP12 Rapid Purge™ 12" 300 mm 291 - 316 mm 2.1 kg

RP14 Rapid Purge™ 14" 350 mm 318 - 343 mm 2.5 kg

RP16 Rapid Purge™ 16" 400 mm 369 - 394 mm 2.7 kg

RP18 Rapid Purge™ 18" 450 mm 420 - 445 mm 3.0 kg

RP20 Rapid Purge™ 20" 500 mm 471 - 496 mm 3.4 kg

RP22 Rapid Purge™ 22" 550 mm 553 - 577 mm 3.6 kg

RP24 Rapid Purge™ 24" 600 mm 572 - 597 mm 3.8 kg

RP26 Rapid Purge™ 26" 650 mm 620 - 645 mm 4.5 kg

RP28 Rapid Purge™ 28" 700 mm 671 - 696 mm 5.5 kg

RP30 Rapid Purge™ 30" 750 mm 722 - 747 mm 6.0 kg

RP32 Rapid Purge™ 32" 800 mm 772 - 797 mm 8.0 kg

RP36 Rapid Purge™ 36" 900 mm 874 - 899 mm 9.1 kg

RP40 Rapid Purge™ 40" 1000 mm 990 - 1015 mm 9.9 kg

RP42 Rapid Purge™ 42" 1050 mm 1023 - 1048 mm 13.2 kg

RP44 Rapid Purge™ 44" 1100 mm 1125 - 1150 mm 13.7 kg

RP48 Rapid Purge™ 48" 1200 mm 1175 - 1200 mm 15.0 kg

RP54 Rapid Purge™ 54” 1371 mm 1359 - 1384 mm 18.0 kg

RP60 Rapid Purge™ 60” 1524 mm 1512 - 1537 mm 20.0 kg

RP72 Rapid Purge™ 72” 1828 mm 1816 - 1841 mm 28.0 kg

RP80 Rapid Purge™ 80” 2031 mm 2019 - 2044 mm 30.0 kg

Rapid Purge used to weld a stainless steel elbow.

Standard sizes 8 to 80” are available in large quantities for immediate delivery from stock. Special sizes are available within 7 days.

24”

12”

48”

16”

12”

up 24”

16”

2”

Argon

Argon In

O²O² Out

d vessel purging comprises e and collar to reduce the the primary and secondary

48”

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HEAT RESISTANT PURGING SYSTEMSHEAT RESISTANT PURGING SYSTEMSHEAT RESISTANT PURGING SYSTEMSHEAT RESISTANT PURGING SYSTEMSSizes: 3” to 80” (75 to 2035mm)

Systems For the Fast Purging of High Temperature Pipework.

The Pipe Purge Bag and Rapid Purge Systems are both available as heat resistant versions

Designed for use when high temperatures will be encountered during the process of pipe welding; such as pre-heated pipework, and pipes where very high temperatures are required for welding.

These versions of our inflatable Pipe purging systems are heat resistant up to 350ºC (572ºF) for up to 24 hours, or up to 500ºC for short periods of time, as with the standard systems, the heat resistant systems are available for all pipe diameters from 3” to 80” (75 to 2035mm).

Mirroring the features of the standard range of inflatable purging systems, the heat resistant range comes with a central band for rapid centering of the system to the weld root for the fastest set up times.

The welder can position these systems prior to pre-heating and leave them in place throughout the pre-heating, welding and post-heat treatment cycles, allowing the weld to be purged continuously for up to 24 hours if necessary.

Features and advantages

• Heat resistant up to 350ºC (572ºF) for up to 24 hours, or up to 500ºC for short periods

• Available for all pipe diameters from 3” to 80” (75 to 2035mm).

• Designed to be flexible, for ease of insertion,use and withdrawal from pipes, bends,elbows etc.

• Suitable for 24 hour cycles includingpre-heat, welding and post-weld heattreatment.

• A central strip allows fast and accuratealignment of the system to the centrepointof the weld area.

• Manufactured to Nuclear Quality Standardswith nuclear approved materials, these systemsguarantee bright, shiny, coke and oxide-free welds.

• Designed and manufactured specifically for the powerindustry where high strength chrome alloy steels aremore frequently used.

• Ready to use, connects to a dedicated and regulated gas supply.Choose any fl ow rate(Purge Bags - up to 20l/min/Rapid Purge up to 80l/min) through thetwin preset purge valve.

How it works:

Both the Heat Resistant PIPE Purge Bag system and the Heat resistant Rapid Purge System work identically to the standard systems, but are made using a purposely designed Nomex and Kevlar mix material to withstand the temperatures typically encountered when welding exotic materials.

Sizing and specifi cation

PART Nº DESCRIPTION PRODUCT SIZES EXPANSION RANGE WEIGHT

HRPB03 Purge Bag 3” 75mm 63 - 75 mm 1.1kg

HRPB04 Purge Bag 4” 100mm 92 - 100 mm 1.2kg

HRPB05 Purge Bag 5” 125mm 113 - 125 mm 1.25kg

HRPB06 Purge Bag 6” 150mm 138 - 150 mm 1.3kg

HRPB07 Purge Bag 7” 175mm 163 - 175 mm 1.4kg

HRRP08 Rapid Purge™ 8" 200 mm 190 - 215 mm 1.4 kg

HRRP10 Rapid Purge™ 10" 250 mm 242 - 267 mm 1.7 kg

HRRP12 Rapid Purge™ 12" 300 mm 291 - 316 mm 2.1 kg

HRRP14 Rapid Purge™ 14" 350 mm 318 - 343 mm 2.5 kg

HRRP16 Rapid Purge™ 16" 400 mm 369 - 394 mm 2.7 kg

HRRP18 Rapid Purge™ 18" 450 mm 420 - 445 mm 3.0 kg

HRRP20 Rapid Purge™ 20" 500 mm 471 - 496 mm 3.4 kg

HRRP22 Rapid Purge™ 22" 550 mm 553 - 577 mm 3.6 kg

HRRP24 Rapid Purge™ 24" 600 mm 572 - 597 mm 3.8 kg

HRRP26 Rapid Purge™ 26" 650 mm 620 - 645 mm 4.5 kg

HRRP28 Rapid Purge™ 28" 700 mm 671 - 696 mm 5.5 kg

HRRP30 Rapid Purge™ 30" 750 mm 722 - 747 mm 6.0 kg

HRRP32 Rapid Purge™ 32" 800 mm 772 - 797 mm 8.0 kg

HRRP36 Rapid Purge™ 36" 900 mm 874 - 899 mm 9.1 kg

HRRP40 Rapid Purge™ 40" 1000 mm 990 - 1015 mm 9.9 kg

HRRP42 Rapid Purge™ 42" 1050 mm 1023 - 1048 mm 13.2 kg

HRRP44 Rapid Purge™ 44" 1100 mm 1125 - 1150 mm 13.7 kg

HRRP48 Rapid Purge™ 48" 1200 mm 1175 - 1200 mm 15.0 kg

HRRP54 Rapid Purge™ 54” 1371 mm 1359 - 1384 mm 18.0 kg

HRRP60 Rapid Purge™ 60” 1524 mm 1512 - 1537 mm 20.0 kg

HRRP72 Rapid Purge™ 72” 1828 mm 1816 - 1841 mm 28.0 kg

HRRP80 Rapid Purge™ 80” 2031 mm 2019 - 2044 mm 30.0 kg

Most sizes are available in large quantities for immediate delivery from stock. Special sizes are available within 7 days.

26”

18”

14”

3”

4”

7”

7”14”

Argon

Argon In

O² Out O²

e.g. 7” Pipe will purge in less than 4 minutes!

e.g. 36” Pipe will purge in less than

10 minutes!

Heat Resistant Purge Bags

Heat Resistant Rapid Purge

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Available as a kit for 16-165mm(DSK16-165)

Single Gas Finger for smaller pipe and tubes.

Show with flexible hose connection for purging elbows and fittings.

THE DOUBLE SEAL SYSTEMTHE DOUBLE SEAL SYSTEMTHE DOUBLE SEAL SYSTEMTHE DOUBLE SEAL SYSTEMSizes: ¾”-12” (16-320mm)

Purge pipes fast with minimal gas usage

PIPE Ltd also manufacture The Silicone Double Seal purging system that has been designed to further reduce both inert gas use and purging time. These systems, use silicon discs to form an air tight seal, reducing purge times, and gas usage for maximum efficiency.

There are 2 styles of silicon double seal systems available:

• The Gas Finger system is designed for small pipes and tubes from 16 – 38mm i/d

• The Double Seal systems are made for pipes from 1 ½” to 12”

Features and advantages

• Typical purge times of less than 2 minutes(e.g. an 8” Pipe willpurge to below 0.01% Oxygen in less than 2 minutes)

• High quality silicon sealing disks that prevent them tilting orfalling over inside the pipe.

• Guaranteed gas tight seal.

• UV and temperature resistant up to 330ºc continuouslyor 450ºc for shot periods.

• Suitable for purging pipes, elbows and fittings.

• The silicon seal units can be separated and used as a gas fingerand pipe stopper respectively.

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PART Nº TYPE PIPE i/D RANGE HOSE LENGTH

DS16-19 Flex 16-19 mm 100 mm

DS19-24 Flex 19-24 mm 100 mm

DS24-29 Flex 24-29 mm 100 mm

DS29-34 Flex 29-34 mm 100 mm

DS34-38 Flex 34-38 mm 100 mm

DS38-43 Flexible and rigid 38-43 mm 120/60 mm

DS43-48 Flexible and rigid 43-48 mm 120/60 mm

DS47-53 Flexible and rigid 47-53 mm 120/60 mm

DS52-58 Flexible and rigid 52-58 mm 120/60 mm

DS64-72 Flexible and rigid 64-72 mm 120/60 mm

DS78-86 Flexible and rigid 78-86 mm 120/60 mm

DS90-101 Flexible and rigid 90-101 mm 150/100 mm

DS100-112 Flexible and rigid 100-112 mm 150/100 mm

DS120-130 Flexible and rigid 120-130 mm 150/100 mm

DS124-138 Flexible and rigid 124-138 mm 150/100 mm

DS144-155 Flexible and rigid 144-155 mm 150/100 mm

DS150-165 Flexible and rigid 150-165 mm 150/100 mm

DS197-206 Flexible and rigid 197-206 mm 150/100 mm

DS209-220 Flexible and rigid 209-220 mm 150/100 mm

DS246-257 Flexible and rigid 246-257 mm 150/100 mm

DS260-273 Flexible and rigid 260-280 mm 150/100 mm

DS290-320 Flexible and rigid 290-320 mm 150/100 mm

DSK16-165 Complete Kit 16-165mm 120/60 150/100mm

Supplied with a carabiner and insulated withdrawal cable for sizes 38mm upwards for ease of withdrawal from the pipe.

Gas inlet push fitting universal on all sizes.

How it worksThe gas inlet and outlet are provided with twin sealing discs separated by a flexible, rigid or a spring-type tube. The design also guarantees that at least one disc will always remain tight to the pipe wall creating a 100% seal. The discs are UV and temperature-resistant up to 330ºC for up to one hour. The gas is diffused into the chamber via the built in sintered diffuser and exits through the exhaust holes in the secondary twin disc unit. This process of gas diffusion provides an even flow of gas and prevents any gas turbulence behind the weld, thereby minimising the risk of oxygen in the welding chamber while, at the same time, achieving an extremely short purge time. These extremely short purge times result in valuable cost savings in gas and time.

Besides the very short purging time, the Silicon Seal System also offers the possibility to cover various nominal pipe diameters by one pair of baffles enabling highly economic use of the device.

The double seal system can be purchased individually or in kit form for a range of pipe diameters.

Sizing and specifi cation

Argon In

Argon

O² OutO²

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GAS CYLINDERSGAS CYLINDERSGAS CYLINDERSGAS CYLINDERSSizes: 8” - 40” (200-1000mm)Large diameter silicon seal purging systems

The Gas Cylinder system has been designed to further reduce gas usage on larger diameter pipes by localising the purge area to the weld root.

The Gas Cylinders are available for pipes from 200mm to 705mm diameter. These tools use two heat-resistant sealing lips to form the seal capable of coping with 300ºC for up to one hour. Due to their design, these cylinders have extremely short purge times of 1 ½ - 2 ½ minutes for all dimensions.

The Gas cylinders are designed with pull-through balls to enable the unit to be easily retrieved out of a straight section of pipe, or a pipe with a series of bends or elbows.

The purge area is isolated, so there is no need to purge the entire area of pipe to be welded, thereby minimizing gas usage.

Features and advantages• Minimal gas usage, the purge area

is localised to the weld root.

• Typical purge times of 1½ to 2½ mins.

Larger sizes and specials available on request.

PART NUMBER RANGE

PGS-1 330-360mm

PGS-2 380-410mm

PGS-3 420-450mm

PGS-4 470-505mm

PGS-5 570-605mm

PGS-6 625-660mm

PGS-7 670-705mm

Sizing and specifi cation

Sizes: Up to 72” (1828mm) Expandable test plugs for purging and general pipe blocking

PIPE STOPPERSPIPE STOPPERSPIPE STOPPERSPIPE STOPPERS

Pipe stoppers, or drain plugs as they are sometimes known, are used to temporarily seal the end of a pipe or opening for many different testing applications. Pipe stoppers are mainly used to seal off from water, gases and foreign objects in newly laid pipes, or pipework systems that are under repair.

Pipe Ltd’s range of Pipe stoppers are available in a number of different styles to suit many applications for pipe sizes from 1/2” to 72”. Special Pipestoppers are also available for pressure testing.

How it works:A central spindle/shaft on which two plates are fitted with a natural rubber tyre (ring) between them, a wing nut on the shaft moving the two plates together compressing the tyre and making the seal in the pipe. These stoppers can also be supplied with a hollow shaft version for screwing on standard hose connections or for using fixed or free nipple caps.

Expandable Pipe Stoppers are available in three different types.

Nylon PlugsNylon plugs are the standard ‘Drain Plugs’ for testing leak tightness of foul water lines at the time of installation. Furthermore, the range of sizes make these plugs ideal for a number of other applications in the water and gas industries as well as applications in all other industries where pipes are used or where there are holes to be blocked.

Aluminium PlugsTo complement the range of nylon expanding plugs, we offer all sizes of aluminium plugs.These are provided in sizes from 1.5” upwards and are suitable for more arduous duties such as immersion in chemicals and/or higher temperatures.

Steel PlugsPIPE Ltd also manufacture a range of Steel plugs from 2” to 72” in diameter.These plugs are typically suitable for more arduous duties such as long immersion in water and use at higher temperatures or for contact with acidic or alkaline environments for which the Nylon and Aluminium plugs may be unsuitable.

All plugs conform to British Standards BS8005 for low pressure testing and sealing of pipes.

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INFLATABLE STOPPER SIZE MIN ID MM MAX ID MM2” (50mm) 45 55

3” (75mm) 70 80

4” (100mm) 95 105

5” (125mm) 120 130

6” (150mm) 145 155

7” (175mm) 170 180

8” (200mm) 195 205

9” (225mm) 220 230

10” (250mm) 245 255

11” (275mm) 270 280

12” (300mm) 295 305

13” (325mm) 320 330

14” (350mm) 345 355

15” (375mm) 370 380

16” (400mm) 395 405

17” (425mm) 420 430

18” (450mm) 445 455

19” (475mm) 470 480

20” (500mm) 495 505

21” (525mm) 520 530

22” (550mm) 545 555

23” (575mm) 570 580

24” (600mm) 595 605

26” (650mm) 645 655

27” (675mm) 670 680

28” (700mm) 695 705

30” (750mm) 745 755

32” (800mm) 795 805

34” (850mm) 845 855

36” (900mm) 895 905

39” (1000mm) 995 1005

44” (1100mm) 1095 1105

48” (1200mm) 1195 1205

51” (1300mm) 1295 1305

55” (1400mm) 1395 1405

60” (1500mm) 1495 1505

63” (1600mm) 1595 1605

67” (1700mm) 1695 1705

71” (1800mm) 1795 1805

75” (1900mm) 1895 1905

79” (2000mm) 1995 2005

80” (2035mm) 2030 2040

Sizing and specifi cation

PIPE Ltd’s inflatable stoppers are supplied as standard with no through tube. Through tubes can be supplied when the stoppers are required for weld purging applications.

When deflated, the inflatable stoppers can be inserted and withdrawn with ease.

Sizes: 2 to 80” (50 to 2035 mm)

Single infl atable damns for blocking and testing

PIPE Ltd offer a range of shapes and sizes of inflatable stoppers, suitable for all applications. Made from a natural rubber bladder covered in waterproof polyurethane coated nylon to prevent friction and static electricity build up.

There are six different types available:

CylindricalThese are generally used for blocking pipes where access is restricted.

SphericalThese stoppers have less contact area than cylindrical stoppers, and are most suited to applications where access is further limited. Due to its shape the spherical inflatable stopper can be used at any angel.

Square / rectangularThese stoppers have a variety of applications, including in air conditioning ducting and venting.

DoughnutThese stoppers require minimal space and are perfectly suited to larger diameter pipes as there is less inflation required.

SausageThe design of this type gives more contact area between the stopper and the pipe wall enabling these stoppers to hold back more pressure.

Heat ResistantThese stoppers are made from a specially designed kevlar and nomex mix material to withstand temperatures up to 500°c for applications involving higher temperaturessuch as pre heating.

Each inflatable stopper comes with an inflation hose fitted with a schrader valve enabling inflation with a standard airline, bicycle or foot pump.

INFLATABLE PIPE STOPPERSINFLATABLE PIPE STOPPERS

Th

W

t suited

16” Heat Resistant Stopper

12”

ith an infard airline, bicy

12”

8”

6”

4”

Doughnut Stoppers

Cylindrical Stoppers

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E-Z PURGEE-Z PURGEE-Z PURGEE-Z PURGE

Pre-Formed, Self Adhesive Water Soluble Purge DamsRevolutionizing the Way TIG Purging is Done

Don’t waste labour hours on preparation: • Gathering supplies • Constructing • Measuring • Fitting• Cutting

When you can:

• Peel, Insert & Press

• Start welding faster

• Save time on labor

• Get ahead of schedule

• Maximize your savings

Your purge dam is complete in less than a minute!

How it works

Press tape alongcircumference of pipe wall

Peel liner to expose adhesive

Insert E-Z Purge

dam inside pipe

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Sizes: 2” - 72” (51-1829mm)Since E-Z Purge is pre-formed, there is no need to measure, cut or construct a purge dam. The pre-formed dam includes a generous amount of water soluble tape. There is no need to buy separate inventories or carry heavy rolls and tools to the job site. Your purge dam is complete and ready-to-use.

If the water-soluable tape becomes dry, lightly moisten the tape with a dampened cloth or foam brush. The adhesive will be reactivated instantaneously.

* E-Z Purge is made of heavyweight water soluble paper (WSP-60) and tape; sodium carboxy methyl cellulose and wooden pulp that dissolveinstantaneously and completely in most liquids.

Larger sizes and specials available on request.

• Convenient • Economical • Timesaving

PART Nº DESCRIPTION PACK QUANTITY CASE QUANTITY

EZP-2 2" (51 mm) 48 192

EZP-3 3" (76 mm) 48 192

EZP-4 4" (102 mm) 24 48

EZP-5 5" (127 mm) 24 48

EZP-6 6" (152 mm) 24 48

EZP-8 8" (203 mm) 24 48

EZP-10 10" (254 mm) 24 48

EZP-12 12" (305 mm) 24 48

EZP-14 14" (356 mm) 12 24

EZP-16 16" (406 mm) 12 24

EZP-18 18" (457 mm) 12 24

EZP-20 20" (508 mm) 12 24

EZP-22 22" (559 mm) 12 24

EZP-24 24" (610 mm) 12 24

EZP-30 30" (762 mm) 1 24

EZP-36 36" (914 mm) 1 24

EZP-42 42" (1067 mm) 1 24

EZP-48 48" (1219 mm) 1 24

EZP-56 56" (1422 mm) 1 24

EZP-64 64" (1626 mm) 1 24

EZP-72 72" (1829 mm) 1 24

72”

Sizing and specifi cation

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WATER SOLUBLE PAPERWATER SOLUBLE PAPERWATER SOLUBLE PAPERWATER SOLUBLE PAPER

Rolls of paper that can be cut to form a purge dam for any pipe size

Signifi cantly improved purge chamber technology in Tungsten Inert Gas (TIG) welding applications. Traditional cardboard purging systems are time-consuming and often leave dangerous residues upon removal.

When systems such as infl atable bags are unsuitable, i.e. the size of the systems cause storage and transport concerns. PIPE Ltd have introduced a water-soluble paper that can be formed into a dissolvable purge dam.

How it works

Made of Sodium Carboxy Methyl cellulose and wooden pulp that dissolves rapidly and completely in most liquids including water. It can be used to dam Argon or Helium gases during Tungsten Inert Gas (TIG) welding of Steel or Aluminum pipes. After welding is complete, purge dams effortlessly dissolve by fl ushing the system with water or steam; leaving no residue in the pipeline.

E-Z Purge comes in a wide range of grades and sizes, permitting the construction of purge dams for literally any pipe diameter. The product is available in a variety of formats including sheets, rolls and pressure-sensitive tapes. It is extremely easy to store, environmentally friendly and non-toxic.

• Cost-effective • Ease of use • Durable

• Availability of various shapes • Ease of removal and sizes

Features and advantages

Impress the pipe i/d on the paper. Cut and fold to create the dam.

Sizes: up to 72” (1829mm)

Type Size/Format Suggested Use

WSP-36 9” x 165’/roll Use in pipes having 4 inches 15 1/2” x 165’/roll inner diameter or less. 8 1/2” x 11” sheet 8 1/2” x 14” sheet 17” x 22” sheet

WSP-40C 20 1/2” x 165’/roll Water soluble coated paper used for greater volume of gas retention.

WSP-60 15 1/2” x 165’/roll Use in pipes having 4 inches 31” x 165’/roll inner diameter or greater. 15 1/2” x 22” sheet

WSP-1 1” x 300’/roll Pressure sensitive, adhesive WSP-2 2” x 300’/roll water-soluble tape to hold

Purge dams in place.

Sizing and specifi cation

Custom sizes are available upon request.

Forming a Purge Dam with water soluble paper

Cut the paper into acircle with a diameterabout 1.3 times thediameter of the pipe. Trace or impress thepipe’s inner diameteron the paper and foldon this line to forma 90° lip. Insert thedam into the pipewith the lip towards the weld preparation.

After dams are in place, Argon or any purge gas may be introduced through the root gap with a needle valve connected to the gas line.

Clear viewof the completedpurge dam.

Peel tape frombacking and tape dam in place

Punch a small hole in the dam to facilitate the evacuation of air when purging.If one end of the pipe is accessible, the purge gas may be introduced through a hole at the lower end of one dam. The vent hole should be made at the upper end of the other dam to allow air to escape.

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HANDY PURGE 100 WELD PURGE MONITORHANDY PURGE 100 WELD PURGE MONITORHANDY PURGE 100 WELD PURGE MONITORHANDY PURGE 100 WELD PURGE MONITOR

The entry level, welders’ toolbox monitor

Inert gas welding requires the exclusion of oxygen from the weld zone during the welding process. Prior to the welding process, the residual oxygen concentration must be reduced to a required minimum. The Handy Purge is specifi cally designed to indicate oxygen concentration up to 0,01% and to exactly measure oxygen concentration up to 0,1 %. Within this range, it is absolutely safe to weld and produce an oxygen-free weld seam (exceptions include special metals such as titanium, zirkonium, etc.).

The Handy Purge can be used both for continuous monitoring during the welding process and for taking samples. Routine inspections for quality control are extremely simplifi ed using this device. The analyzer works with all purge systems and argon welding systems. It is small, easy to handle and has a rugged enclosure.

The PIPE Handy Purge™ Weld Purge Monitor gives an extremely accurate measurement of 0.01%(100 Parts per million) which is normally considered suitable to ensure there is no oxidation of the weld.

Features and advantages

• Minimum waiting time.The device tells you exactly when the residual oxygen concentration ofa purge gas is low enough to start welding. You need no longer rely onrough estimations. This saves both time and gas.

• Reduced purge gas consumption.Exact monitoring of the residual oxygen avoids unnecessary purge gasconsumption and allows you to produce oxygen-free weld seams.

• Top-quality weld seams

• Top quality is guaranteed, as too early welding and hence porous,colored or even charred weld seams can be avoided.

• Duplex / Stainless steelThe Handy Purge Weld Purge Monitor can be used for all stainlesssteel, duplex and certain titanium welding applications.

Measures oxygen levels down to 0.01% (100ppm)

The Kit Consists of:

• Handy Purge Weld Purge Monitor• 1m hose with fl ow adapter• Stainless steel probe• Vacuum hand pump• Plastic Carry Case• Instructions• Calibration Certifi cate (on request)

How it works

The PIPE Handy Purge™ Weld Purge Monitor comes complete and ready to use straight out of the box. It is the most economical user friendly monitor in the market accurately measuring the Oxygen levels in the purged weld areas, to let the welder know when is the correct time to start welding. This reduces waiting time and gas consumption and ensures perfect oxide free welds.

For continuous monitoring during the welding process connect one end of the rubber hose to the sensor adapter and leave the other hand outside the purging area to let the residual oxygen fl ow away from the welding area.

For taking samples connect the short wire with the stainless-steel probe to the sensor adapter. The probe then measures the residual oxygen concentration in the purging/welding area. Also connect the vacuum hand pump to the sensor adapter and squeeze it a couple of times to let a sample of the gas fl ow to the sensor. The device’s LCD is 13 mm high, which is big enough to identify the displayed values easily also from a distance of a few meters. As soon as the residual oxygen concentration is down to the required minimum, you may start with the welding process.

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

Measuring range: 0,01 % - 20,9 % Oxygen (O2)(100 ppm – 209000 ppm)

Accuracy: at 20 % ±0,2 % at 2 % ±0,02 %

Dimensions: 155 x 81 x 38 mm

Power source: Battery Type PP3 9V

Display: LCD (Liquid Crystal Display)

Weight: 210 g

Dimensions and weight for shipment

Dimensions: 310 x 260 x 80 mm

Weight: 870 g

Large display for clear easy readings

Replacement Sensors and spares available

from stock.

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HANDY PURGE 100 PLUS PURGE MONITORHANDY PURGE 100 PLUS PURGE MONITORHANDY PURGE 100 PLUS PURGE HANDY PURGE 100 PLUS PURGE MONITORMONITOR

High Purity Welding

Oxygen contamination is one of the most common reasons for substandard welds. Constant monitoring is necessary to ascertain oxygen has been evacuated to prevent oxidation, discolouration and coking. The enhanced 100 ppm resolution makes the Handy Purge 100 Plus perfectly suited for high purity welding.

Specifi cationsRange: 0.00 - 25.0% oxygen concentrationCalibration: 20.9% (oxygen concentration in air)Calibration Gas: Ambient AirSensor: Electrochemical fuel-cellResolution: 0.01% OxygenAccuracy: 0.00% - 4.99%

Range: 2% of measurement range at STP 5.0% - 25.0%Range: 0.5% of measurement range at STP

Display Resolution: 0.00% - 4.99% Two Decimal Places5.0% - 25.0% One Decimal Place

Response: 90% in less than 10 secondsDisplay: 0.4” / 11mm LEDWarm-Up: InstantaneousBattery: 4 “ AA” (not included)

Sampling:Timed Pump Driven: 20 secondsSample Period: Sample with OFF/ON/CAL switch in ON and START

switch pressed. Display will hold for 30 seconds after sampling before blanketing.

Continuous Pump: OFF/ON/CAL switch in CAL, pump andDriven Sampling: display will run continuously.Sample Probe: Stainless SteelFilters: Integral particulate and condensate fi lter

Sensor:Type: Electrochemical fuel-cellLife: 9 - 12 monthsRecommended Calibration Period: Weekly dependent upon use

Key Features

• Internal Pump

• Compact & Lightweight Design

• Instantaneous Response Time

• Sensor Warranty

• Unit Warranty

PART NO. DESCRIPTION DIMENSIONS WEIGHT

HP-100 Handy Purge 100 Plus 140 x 89 x 38 mm 454g

HP-100S Oxygen Sensor 38 x 63.5 mm 68g

HP-100F Sponge Filter 12.7 x 19.0 mm 1g

HP-100L Lead Pellets 101.6 x 152.4 mm 450g

Portable, self-calibrating, self pumping digital oxygen monitorMeasures oxygen levels down to 0.01% (100ppm)

The most accurate handheld digital oxygen monitorMeasures oxygen levels down to 0.0005% (5ppm)

For Applications Where Minimal Oxidation Is Critical

The Handy Purge Pro 5 is the ultimate handheld Oxygen monitor, measuring the level of oxygen in the designated atmosphere down to 5 ppm (parts per million)!!! The new Handy Purge Pro 5 Weld Purge Monitor is essential for reading oxygen levels for titanium welding.

The interface option enables the Handy Purge Pro 5 to be connected (via a cable or Bluetooth dongle) to a PC & printer to record the readings. A rechargeable battery pack and multi range power plug are standard features of the Handy Purge Pro 5, and its light weight and ergonomic shape make it the ideal portable instrument for all orbital welding applications.

The unit incorporates an internal pump and is designed for measuringrest oxygen in inert gases such as argon. This unit can be used up to 4 hours before recharging is necessary.

Key Features:

• Measures oxygen levels down to 5ppm (Parts per million)

• Rechargeable batteries, standby life approx. 4hrs

• Temperature regulated zirconium cell (maintenance free)

• Graphic display screen changes color relative toprocess and function

• Built-in recognition for 110V –240V power sources

• Portable for remote and diffi cult access sites usingrechargeable batteries (supplied)

• Integrated programmable sound function

• Multi language: english, french, german

• Low permeability measuring hose for accurate measurements

• Data logging of up to 250 entries - Connects via RS 232interface or Bluetooth

HANDY PURGE PRO 5HANDY PURGE PRO 5HANDY PURGE PRO 5HANDY PURGE PRO 5

TECHNICAL DATA

Measuring Range 5 - 999ppm

Dimensions 290mm x 130mm x 60mm (L x W x H)

Weight: 0.8kg

Supply Voltage: 7 VDC, 2850 mAh rechargeable batteries

Colour changing display for quick reference to monitor status.

Supplied in a durable carry case.

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WATER SOLUBLE SOAP STICK TUBES WATER SOLUBLE SOAP STICK TUBES WATER SOLUBLE SOAP STICK TUBES WATER SOLUBLE SOAP STICK TUBES The preferred surfactant delivery method

Forming Water Soluble Paper into Soap Stick TubesWater accumulates in natural gas wells as they age, preventing the

gas from rising. To maximize the life and gas production of the well,

the water must be extracted or altered to allow gas production to

resume. One of the most cost effi cient methods for enabling the gas

to fl ow freely again is to add a surfactant to the water, converting

the liquid into foam. Water-soluble paper can be formed into a

tube, fi lled with the surfactants then dropped into a gas well to

deliver surfactants to the bottom of the well.

Attaché Advantages • Safe: Soaps and detergents should be handled with caution. The watersoluble paper enclosure eliminates direct handling of the surfactants.

• Ready to Use: Since the Attaché is ready to use, there is no needto remove outer shell before use.

• Biodegradable: water-soluble paper is made of Sodium CarboxyMethyl cellulose and wooden pulp, non-toxic and biodegradable compounds that leave no residue in the well.

• Effi cient and Economical: Attaché water soluble soap sticks are an economical way toremove water from gas wells without using expensive well service operations such as swabbing, jetting with coiled tubing, or installing artifi cial lift and siphon strings.

• Non-Stick Surface: Soap stick tubes made of materials other than water soluble paperrelease moisture over time and stick to one another in the soap stick launcher. Attachés have a non-stick surface, ensuring continuous launching of soap sticks.

General Instructions: • Shut-in the well and drop sticks through a lubricator.• Wait 45 seconds until sticks contact top of fl uid thenslowly return well to normal production. • Repeat procedure if or when it becomes necessary.

Technical Specifi cations: Melting Point of Soap Stick: 122°F/ 50°C Specifi c Gravity of Soap Stick: 1.11

Inserting Soap Sticks in Launcher

Dissolving Time: The soap sticks will normally dissolve in 20 to 80 minutes depending on temperature, salt content, and relative water motion in the well. The dissolving time will decrease if the soap sticks are broken before dropping or if they break upon impact with the top of the fl uid.

PRO PURGE 1 WELD PURGE MONITORPRO PURGE 1 WELD PURGE MONITORPRO PURGE 1 WELD PURGE MONITORPRO PURGE 1 WELD PURGE MONITOR

The top of the range portable, digital oxygen monitor• Accuracy to 0.5 ppm

• Temperature regulated maintenance free zirconium cell

• Graphic display (blue & white)

• Built-in recognition for 110v-240v power sources

• Internal battery power for up to 90 min

• Integrated programmable sound function

• Date and time function for data logging

• Easy to use software

• Low permeability measure hose (FPM) for accurate measurements

• Connects via RS 232 interface, Bluetooth, CAN-Bus, AUX (AMI)

• Can be calibrated to ambient oxygen

• Software updateable

• Multi language: English, French, German, Dutch, Czech, Danish

• Data logging up to 250 entries internally or externally on a PC.

The Pro Purge 1 Weld Purge Monitor is the ideal tool for many welding applications where critical weld standards are required. Used for Production of Semi-conductors, Nuclear, Aerospace, Pharmaceutical, Energy, Dairy, Brewery and Food processing where strict welding guide lines to eliminate weld-quality issues associated with atmosphere contaminated welds are required.

The Pro Purge 1 Weld Purge Monitor enables Welders and Welding Engineers on site or in the workshop to precisely monitor rest oxygen levels to the point where precision welding can take place, resulting in “perfect conditions” for consistent high-quality repeatable welds.

The Pro Purge 1 Weld Purge Monitor contains a stabilised zirconium oxide cell with a regulated heater to maintain a cell temperature of 750°C which enables it to accurately measure levels from 206400 ppm down to as low as 0.5 ppm.

The zirconium oxide ceramic sensor in the Pro Purge 1 provides very accurate readings, with a deviation of less than 5% in the 1 to 10 ppm range. This means that its resolution is ½ a part per million (0.5ppm).

The Pro Purge 1 Weld Purge Monitor can be unplugged for up to one hour, before the internal battery must be recharged. Making it ideal for testing weld joints in the shop, or in the fi eld.

Connected via a Bluetooth Dongle with a range of up to 100m to a mobile phone. Via the phone all relevant data including rest oxygen level, sensor temperature will be displayed. Using simple commands the PRO PURGE 1 can be operated remotely.

Connecting a printer via the RS232 interface. Capable of readout documentation (per second) that can be logged via a printer.

Measures oxygen levels down to 0.00005% (0.5ppm)

TECHNICAL DATA

Measuring Range 0.5 - 206,400ppm

Dimensions 220x165x85cm

Weight: 3.3kg

Supply Voltage: 110V/240V

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E-Z ZONE TAPEE-Z ZONE TAPEE-Z ZONE TAPEE-Z ZONE TAPEPurge gas retaining tape for a contaminant-free weld

How E-Z Zone Tape Works

Also Available: E-Z Tape Fully Coated

Attributes: Application: Result:

E-Z Zone Tape Tape is a purge gas retaining tape used to seal the root gap between pipes to trap Argon gas, but in a most innovative way!

• Clean Contaminant-Free Welding• Halogen and Fluorocarbon Free• High temperature resistant• Reduces pipe clean up time• Reduces amount of gas used• Improve the safety of your workplace

• High temperature resistant, fully coated aluminium tape

• For capping pipe ends during transport

• Controls release of gas by sealing root gap

• For other conventional uses in the fi eld such asheating, air conditioning, refrigeration and actingas a vapour barrier

Adhesive

Adhesive Free

“Zone”

The adhesive edges stick to the area surrounding the root gap on stainless steel and aluminum pipes with the adhesive free

“zone” being placed over the weld.

Adhesive never comes in contact with the weld joint as it is welded, creating a clean, contaminant-free weld.

Composed of two adhesive sections sepa-rated by an adhesive-free center “zone.”

Description

A 3 mil (75 micron) aluminium foil coated with a high shear, high heat-resistant acrylic adhesive system. The soft foil conforms well to irregular surfaces.

There are 3 versions of the E-Z Zone Tape available:

• 2.5” Aluminium tape with 1” adhesive free zone section

• 4” Aluminium tape with 2” adhesive free zone section

• 2” Aluminium tape fully coated with adhesive

Specifi cations for Aluminium Welding Tape

Heat Resistance: Adhesive 425°F 219°C

Aluminium Tape 595°F 313°C

Minimum Application Temperature 10°F -12.5°C

Item Item Number Width Adhesive Free “ZONE” Width

Length

E-Z Zone Tape EZ-T2.5 2.5” (64mm) 1 " 75' (23m)

E-Z Zone Tape EZ-T4.0 4.0” (102mm) 2 " 75' (23m)

E-Z TapeFully-coated

EZ-T-FC2.0 2.0 (51mm) " N/A 75' (23m)

E-Z Zone Tape was selected to be used at an Australian LNG site.

In a short period of time, E-Z Zone Tape has become a standard in the nuclear, chemical, aerospace and other industries.

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FIBACK TAPEFIBACK TAPEFIBACK TAPEFIBACK TAPEFiberglass weld backing tape

How FiBack Tape WorksA Simple 3 Step Application Process

Eliminate / Reduce The Need For Back Purging

FiBack Tape is a heat resistant aluminium tape with a woven fi berglass center strip, designed to eliminate or reduce the need for purging and create a weld pool enclosure

Peel away backing tape covers from both sides. Gently coil the adhesive tape edges back and push the woven fi berglass strip outwards.

Centre and apply the woven fi berglass strip fi rmly to the backside of the root gap.

Beginning from the centre and slowly moving outward, apply the adhesive aluminum tape to the area surrounding the root gap, providing a smooth, air-free seal.

• Reduces setup time

• Eliminates/minimizes need for back purging

• Reduces post-weld grinding

• Cuts down on post-weld clean up

• Increases weld productivity, reduces costs

• Heat resistant

FiBack Tape can be used with carbon steel (left photo) or stainless steel (right photo), for sheet to sheet or pipe to pipe welding. The 1/4” gap between the sheet metal has been welded with .045” fl ux core. Notice that the fi berglass has not burned away and there is no appearance of oxidation.

Applications

FiBack Tape consists of two outer adhesive strips separated by a woven fi berglass centre strip. The adhesive edges stick to the area surrounding the root gap with the woven fi berglass strip being positioned to the backside of the root gap.

Carbon Stainless

PART PART NO. WIDTH FIBERGLASS CENTERSTRIP WIDTH LENGTH

FiBack Tape FBT-2.5 2.5” (64 mm) 1” (26mm 41’ (12.5m)

FiBack Tape FBT-4.0 4.0” (102 mm) 1” (26mm) 41’ (12.5m)

HEAT RESISTANCE:

Adhesive 752°F 400°C

Aluminium Tape 1,112°F 600°C

Fiberglass Strip 1,832°F 1000°C

For Application up to 300 Amps

Sizing and specifi cation

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SOLUGAPSOLUGAPSOLUGAPSOLUGAPWater soluble socket weld spacer ring

One step application

SoluGap is the most stable water soluble socket welding spacer ring, with unique patent-pending tabbed edges to keep spacers stable for effective joint socket alignment.

The Design Solution • SoluGap has uniquely engineered 3-point

tabs around the edges to hold it in place, even when the socket is sideways or upside down.

• A hollow center allows you to view insidethe pipe easily during socket welding.

• SoluGap is solid, yet completelywater soluble.

The Productive Solution • Eliminate the need to pre-measure or guess the

size of a gap opening before welding. SoluGapprovides the 1/16” minimum gap required byANSI 31.1, Section III, ASME, US Navy & MilitaryCodes.

• SoluGap is easy to install and ready to use.Just snap in and weld!

• Unlike other spacers, SoluGap dissolvescompletely and does not corrode.

• SoluGap costs less and performs better ...It’s the economical solution!

Spacer Installation - Falls out when placed in a

horizontal or vertical position

- Secures in place during socket welding

- One step application

Spacer disposal

SoluGap is easy to install. Just snap in place. Notice how SoluGap stays in place, even when the socket is sideways or upside down.

PART NUMBER SIZE METRIC

SGP-0.5 1/2” 20 mm

SGP-0.75 3/4” 25 mm

SGP-1.0 1” 32 mm

SGP-1.25 1 1/4” 40 mm

SGP-1.50 1 1/2” 50 mm

SGP-2.0 2” 63 mm

SGP-2.5 2 1/2” 75 mm

- Paper rings aren’t completely soluble

- Metal spacers corrode over time

- Made from environmentally friendly water soluble paper that dissolves completely

Comparison

Features

Spacer Characteristics

Competitors

- Flimsy, with no grip

- Metal spacers do not dissolve and other paper spacers do not dissolve completely

- Not transparent

- Does not provide a uniformed gap as required for socket contraction

SoluGap

- Tabs around spacer hold it in place

- Dissolves rapidly

- Hollow center allows viewing of inside of pipe

- Provides a precise and even gap as required for socket contraction

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LIQUIFILMLIQUIFILMLIQUIFILMLIQUIFILM

How LiquiFilm Works:

1 2 3 4Clean pipe with EZ Wipes

Apply LiquiFilm Water Soluble Adhesive to inside of pipe.

Cut LiquiFilmTM in a circle 1.3 times greater than pipe diameter.

Press glossy surface of LiquiFilm to tacky adhesive inside pipe.

Flexible barrier for tig welding

LiquiFilm™ is a water soluble plastic used as a purge gas barrier during TIG welding.

• Rapidly dissolves in water

• Possesses good barrier

characteristics against Argon

and Helium

• High resistance to pressure,

allowing for greater positive

pressure to be maintained

in dammed area

• Highly fl exible, allowing for

easy use in any situation

• Can be punctured for gas

inlets and outlets with little risk

of tearing or splitting

LiquiFilm is available in Kit and Brick formats:

Specifi cations for LIQUIFILM Water Soluble LiquiFilm and Adhesive

KIT INCLUDES:

• LiquiFilm Water SolublePurge Dam Film (wound on core for easy dispense)

• Two 250 ml (8.5 fl oz.)bottles of LiquiFilm Water Soluble Adhesive

• Cutting Knife

• Instruction Sheet

Item Item Number Wiper Size Qty / Carton Illustration

LiquiFilmWater SolublePurge Dam Kit

WSF-1/20RG1m x 20m(39 in. x 65 ft)

12

LiquiFilmWater SolublePurge Dam Kit(Block Format)

WSF-1/20B1m x 20m(9 in. x 65 ft)

12

LiquiFilmAdhesive

WSG-250 250 ml / bottle 48

LiquiFilmAdhesive

WSG-500 500 ml / bottle 24

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EZ WIPESEZ WIPESEZ WIPESEZ WIPES

EZ to Be Contaminant Free

• EZ Wipes™ are multi-purpose, saturated, abrasive

cleaning wipes that remove oil, dirt, grease, marker,

inks, lubricants, loose particles and other contaminants

from a variety of surfaces.

• EZ Wipes™ are ideal for cleaning industrial work

surfaces,tools, machinery and especially pipes, where

contamination can severely impact the quality of the weld.

• EZ Wipes™ feature a specialized two-sided cleaning

fabric, an abrasive side to loosen dried on surface

contaminants and a smooth side to reveal a cleaner,

polished surface.

• After removing slag with a wire brush, use EZ Wipes™

to ensure all impurities are removed from pipe surfaces.

EZ to Use

• EZ Wipes™ unique, eco-friendly formula contains

Limonene, a natural solvent.

• EZ Wipes™ provide a one step controlled application

with maximum cleaning power.

• More convenient to use than solution and rags, pre-saturated

EZ Wipes™ make cleaning nearly effortless; simply

pull the wipe from the canister and start cleaning!

• EZ Wipes™ are available in two convenient sizes. EZ

Wipes™ Toolbox contain 30 wipes in a handy, portable

canister, perfect for carrying to the job site. EZ Wipes™

Fab Shop contain 70 wipes, an economy size for

permanent work bench settings.

EZ to Save

• EZ Wipes™ provide a quick, convenient and effective

method to clean almost any surface.

• With EZ Wipes™ there is no need to buy multiple

cleaning products. Save money and space on inventory!

• EZ Wipes™ allow welders to reduce time spent on

cleaning pipe surfaces and increase time spent on welding.

With EZ Wipes™ it’s . . .

Multi-purpose saturated cleaning wipes

Description

Benefi ts

Pure Welds Start With Preparation

A disposable 8 inch x 12 inch pre-saturated wiper featuring a specially formulated blend for maximum cleaning power.

EZ Wipes™ remove permanent marker, grease and other contaminants.

EZ Wipes™ clean Machine Parts, Tools, Machines, Bench Top Areas, Vinyl Surfaces, Equipment and Other Metal Surfaces.

Use EZ Wipes™ to remove:• Lubricants • Oils • Grease • Marker• Inks • Loose particles • Other contaminants

• Ready to use • Disposable

• Shred Resistant • Lint Free

• CFC & HCFC free

Item Description Item Number Wiper Size Wipers/Con-tainer Case Pack

EZ Wipes™ Tool Box EZW-30 8” x 12” 30 24

EZ Wipes™ Fab Shop EZW-70 8” x 12” 70 12

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PIPE ALIGNMENT CLAMPS

HEAT EXCHANGER MANUFACTURE AND MAINTENANCE EQUIPMENT

PIPE CUTTING MACHINES

PIPE STANDS

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